I believe in Jesus and Ive been praying for him.". Barbara Carver, Rodney's wife, told WFAA at the prayer vigil Wednesday night that she struggles to believe the mayor's side of the story and says it was foolhardy to leave her husband in the roadway. ", Barbara says Smith should have gotten out of his truck at the very least or called 911 before beginning a 'chase.'. Grand Jury referral filed for McKinney motorcycle crash involving "I have cooperated with the police throughout this matter, and l continue doing so," he said. If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. Ive been praying for him ever since that night, said Smith during a brief interview with NBC 5. but the interesting thing to me is that a hit and run typically means YOU CAUSED the accident. He says he left the accident to chase after that car instead. Witnesses provided information that led detectives to Smiths home in Prosper where an officer questioned the mayor, conducted field sobriety tests and determined that he was not under the influence of drugs or alcohol, according to the report. Family, friends and fellow motorcycle riders gathered around the Christmas tree at Baylor Scott & White Hospital in McKinney on Wednesday to pray for Rodney. Worker Killed When Truck-Mounted Crane Overturns in Texas - NBC 5 The car that went around me, I went and chased, because I thought they hit me, he said while pointing out a dent on his pickups rear bumper. Vigil held for motorcyclist hurt in crash with Prosper mayor But police say Smith left the scene (a crime in TX)." She said he was heading home from work in Plano when the crash happened. Prosper mayor denies responsibility in crash that left motorcyclist in critical condition WFAA 397K subscribers Subscribe 3.3K views 1 year ago Multiple sources tell WFAA that Prosper mayor. Smith told NBC 5 he did not call the police while chasing after the car he thought had crashed into his truck. "Hes got a lot of fractures, fractured nose, fractured ribs, fractured wrist. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. 72-year-old Rodney Carver remains hospitalized, unconscious and in critical condition 10 days after the accident. Smith, a former town council member, was elected Prosper mayor in 2010. Meet the North Texan who has gained worldwide attention for his pancake designs, DFW weather: Warming temps and storm chances this week. Grand Jury to Decide if Prosper Mayor Will Face Charge in Serious Crash. each comment to let us know of abusive posts. This stretch of Highway 380 has a deadly history. ", RELATED: Attorney launches own investigation into crash involving Prosper mayor that critically injured motorcyclist. The McKinney Police Department says another car pulled in front of Smith, causing him to "slam on the brakes." They say a motorcycle behind Smith then rear-ended him. You must log in or register to reply here. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. "Did you ever call 911 after the crash?" McKinney police say Prosper Mayor James Ray Smith did not stop to check and see if anyone was hurt after a motorcyclist crashed into the back of his truck on Dec. 6. We will know more once the investigation is complete, which could be as early as today.. Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password. Smith drove off, and police say he told investigators he thought the person who hit him had kept driving. Prosper mayor accident: Will there be charges filed? | wfaa.com Grand Jury to Decide if Prosper Mayor Will Face Charge in Serious Crash While she and other bystanders helped him, she wondered how he could have been left in the street for dead. racist or sexually-oriented language. The department stated that after conducting field sobriety tests, an officer determined that Smith was not under the influence of drugs or alcohol. As for whether the mayor could face charges in the crash,McKinney police said: Our investigation found that Smith left the scene instead of stopping to determine if a person was involved in the accident and determine whether that person required aid, as required by law. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. According to the department, Rodney Carver Jr. was traveling westbound on the 3900 block of W. University Drive when his motorcycle crashed into the back of a pickup truck that was also traveling westbound on the road. Receive our newspaper electronically with the e-Edition email. Who does that?". A motorcycle crash on Highway 380. That wasnt something where someone just goes up, and, 'oh, I touched your bumper,' and moved on," she said. WFAA asked. Prosper Firefighters Association . But right now, shes focused on her husbands recovery. WFAA asked Carver what she thought of the prayer before Rod's riding buddies said prayers of their own outside the hospital. Marion said the department may have more to release shortly. He told the officer that he proceeded to follow what he thought was the vehicle that hit him until he lost sight of it.. On Tuesday, investigators with the McKinney Police Department confirmed that Mayor Ray Smith was involved in the crash that left Carver hospitalized. Barbara Carver's husband Rod is still in critical condition after he was injured in a motor vehicle collision a week ago. Barbara Carver says she wants him to admit what he did, and witness Ashcroft casts doubt on his ignorance. Get the latest Coppell sports delivered to your inbox every week. "There Read More This is the name that will be displayed next to your photo for comments, blog posts, and more. Hundreds of Prosper residents are worried about a possible route they say would put a freeway right by their homes. Don't Threaten. Example video title will go here for this video. From the reports I have heard he did not - someone pulled out in front of him, he . All rights reserved, This 28-Year-Old Ignored Warnings About Job-Hopping and Doubled Her Salary to $186K in 5 Years, Authorities Announce $80,000 Reward for Texas Mass Shooting Suspect, Dallas Retailer Tuesday Morning is Going Out of Business; Liquidation Sales Coming Soon, Chargers Make History by Drafting TCU Trio of Skill Position Players. Local News Prosper mayor denies responsibility in McKinney highway collision that left 72-year-old motorcyclist in critical condition Multiple sources tell WFAA that Prosper mayor Ray. North Richland Hills officer hurt in serious crash - FOX 4 News Dallas 2004 - 2008 Member of the Prosper Town Council, Deputy and Mayor Pro Tem. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Smith told police he decided to follow the vehicle but lost it. Get the latest Allen sports delivered to your inbox every week. When approached Monday afternoon and asked what he knew about the collision, or if there was anything he wanted to say to Carver's family, Smith denied responsibility. The crash left a motorcyclist critically. Get the latest Plano sports delivered to your inbox every week. A Town of Prosper spokesperson said they are aware of the incident but could not comment on it. We'd love to hear eyewitness A grand jury referral has been filed after a McKinney police investigation found that Prosper Mayor Ray Smith left the scene of a crash without stopping to determine if a person was involved. There was an error processing your request. Smith told our officers that since he did not see anything in his rearview mirror following the impact, he thought he had been hit by a vehicle that went around him and drove away, the department stated. Nominate your favorite McKinney ISD teacher! She was the founding editor of the websites PureWow Dallas and Racked Dallas. "Its just going to be baby steps. MCKINNEY, Texas This story was updated with new information from McKinney police Tuesday. He's hurting right now. MORE: Grand jury to decide if Prosper mayor will face charges after crash with motorcyclist. Have the latest local news delivered to your inbox so you are always up to date. Investigators say Smith was traveling westbound on 380 in his truck when a car failed to yield the right of way, turning west from a parking lot onto University and in front of Smith's truck, causing him to slam on his brakes. Keeping Score: FC Dallas leaves Minnesota with a point in standings after scoreless draw, It's Flippin' Art Dude! Partly cloudy skies. Smith insisted he did not know a motorcyclist was hurt. Smith told police that he did not see anything in his rearview mirror following the impact, and thought that he had been hit by a vehicle that went around him and drove away, according to the report. Get the latest Lewisville sports delivered to your inbox every week. Current Presiden t of the Prosper Economic Development Corporation. An investigation found that another vehicle failed to yield the right of way, turning west from a parking lot onto the road and in front of the truck, which caused the driver to slam on the brakes. Just a lot of fractures," she said. McKinney police are not calling the collision a hit-and-run, but they have confirmed that three vehicles were involved. person will not be tolerated. Error! I pray for your healing hand upon him and that he will be healed and give you all the glory, Lord. Jury to decide if Mayor of Prosper did anything wrong when he - MSN Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. The mayor of Prosper in Collin County could face criminal charges for a collision that happened last week. In a press release released Tuesday afternoon, McKinney police said their investigation found driver Mia Rho failed to yield while turning onto W. University Drive, causing Smith to slam on his brakes.